How many syllables in “administrative”?
syllables in "administrative"
Word details
Syllables
5
adm · ini · str · ati · ve
Letters
14
a · d · m · i · n · i · s · t · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “administrative”
The word “administrative” contains 5 syllables, divided as adm · ini · str · ati · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "administrative" have?
"administrative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "administrative" into syllables?
"administrative" is divided into syllables as: adm · ini · str · ati · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "administrative"?
The Scrabble score for "administrative" is 20 points.
Using “administrative” in writing
"administrative" (adm · ini · str · ati · ve) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “administrative” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.